This is the Man at Arms (MAA) version of Cold Steel's original Hand-and-a-half Dagger (Product No. CST-88HNHD).

The medieval man-at-arms was a stalwart and dependable fighter who exhibited great martial prowess with a range of weapons. He was the veteran of many conflicts and was often first into the fray. To honor these rugged, salt-of-the-earth warriors, Cold Steel has created a range of true journeyman's weapons called the Man at Arms Collection.These battle-ready weapons may lack the gleaming blades and polished silver steelwork of Cold Steel's high-end weapons, but they are quite similar in quality and performance. The fully sharpened and blued blades have a distinctive gun metal finish that complements the black handles. And when well-oiled, they are gleamingly beautiful in their own right.The Man at Arms collection features a selection of some of Cold Steel's finest blades, but at a markedly reduced price. If you always wanted a Cold Steel piece but couldn't afford one, this collection is made for you.

This dagger was designed by Cold Steel as a matching companion to their MAA Hand-and-a-half Sword (Product No. CST-88HNHM): Scaled down in size but almost identical in appearance, it is designed for cutting and thrusting but is also sturdy enough to perform efficiently as a defensive weapon.

Each one-and-a-half-handed dagger reflects the highest standards in workmanship and materials and comes fully sharpened and ready for battle.

To safely house the blade, Cold Steel has also included a very attractive leather scabbard ornamented with a throat and a chape made of blued steel.